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THE COUNTY OF EL DORADOThe County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continues to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting. AGRICULTURE COMMISSION The Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures primary mission is to protect, enhance, and promote the preservation of agriculture and the environment, and to sustain public health, safety, and the welfare of all citizens. The Department is committed to assisting the residents of El Dorado County through various programs and services including, but not limited to: pesticide registration and regulation, nursery inspections and compliance, organic production, pest detection, weed abatement, crop statistics, wildlife services, land use and consumer information, and more.THE OPPORTUNITYThis role plays a crucial part in planning, organizing, and managing the Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures. Responsibilities include supervising inspections of agricultural and weights and measures activities, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and assisting in the coordination of the County’s Agricultural and Weights and Measures programs. Additionally, the position provides high-level administrative support to the Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measures.The selected candidates will have the opportunity to: Provide responsible assistance and support to the Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures with a variety of administrative and management functions as assigned.Assist in managing and participating in the development and administration of the department’s budget; direct the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, and supplies; direct the monitoring of and approve expenditures; direct the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments.Plan, schedule, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff; recommend discipline and other personnel decisions.Select, train, motivate, and evaluate the work of department personnel, provide direction or coordinate staff training, work with employees to correct deficiencies and implement discipline and termination procedures as required.Direct the investigation of violations of agricultural and weights and measures codes; advise on the course of investigation and the nature of evidence; recommend the prosecution, citation, departmental hearing or warning of violators; assist with departmental hearings, give testimony before the District Attorney as required.For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here.Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in application will not be accepted)A combination of the required experience, education, and training that would provide the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying; however, education may not solely substitute for the required experience.Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in agriculture, biological sciences, chemistry, engineering, or a closely related field,ANDFive (5) years of experience as an agricultural and/or weights and measures inspector, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.Click here to view the minimum qualifications for Assistant Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measurers, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATIONApply online by clicking the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'. If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Britton Daniels in Human Resources at britton.daniels@edcgov.us. RECRUITMENT PROCESSThe Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process. For more information on the recruitment process, click here. Based on the department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThe County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Assistant Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measurers. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer. If you are interested in the position of Assistant Agricultural Commissioner and Sealer of Weights and Measurers. within any County department, please submit your application. We currently have the following vacancies: One (1) full-time vacancy in the Department of Agriculture Weights and Measures, located in Placerville, CA.Click here for Frequently Asked Questions. The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer. Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history. 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